Fred Allen

Fred Allen

John Florence Sullivan (May 31, 1894 – March 17, 1956), known professionally as Fred Allen, was an American comedian whose absurdist, topically pointed radio show (1932–1949) made him one of the most popular and forward-looking humorists in the so-called classic era of American radio. His best-remembered gag was his long-running mock feud with friend and fellow comedian Jack Benny, but it was...

Known For

O. Henry's Full House

as Sam "Slick" Brown (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief")

We're Not Married!

as Steve Gladwyn

Thanks a Million

as Ned Lyman

Cast Credits

Bob Hope's World of Comedy

as Self - Tribute Montage (archive footage)

O. Henry's Full House

as Sam "Slick" Brown (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief")

We're Not Married!

as Steve Gladwyn

It's in the Bag!

as Fred Floogle

Love Thy Neighbor

as Fred Allen

Buck Benny Rides Again

as Fred Allen (voice)

Sally, Irene and Mary

as Gabby Green

Thanks a Million

as Ned Lyman

The Still Alarm

as First Fireman

The Installment Collector

as Newspaper Editor

Crew Credits

Success

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